SCE Professional Development Certificates
These courses meet requirements as mandated by the profession sanctioning body and/or by the state of Illinois. They may also serve as the first or intermediate step in approved training to achieve certification or licensing.
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NOTE: Times, dates and costs listed below are subject to change. All tuition and fees are subject to revision by the Triton College Board of Trustees without prior notice.
Cannabis Program
Cannabis: Dispensary Technician - 2 AEC
Dispensary technicians work in cannabis dispensaries, performing day to day operation, and work with customers to find the best products that suit their need. This certificate is useful for individuals planning to enter the cannabis industry. In addition to history, policy and laws related to cannabis, the certificate presents best practices in cannabis dispensary operations and cannabis therapeutics. Students will also learn about the importance of advocacy within the cannabis industry.
Spring 2026 Schedule:
CNB E02
January 29, 2026 to April 9, 2026
Thursdays, 6:00 – 8:50 pm
Format: Online
Tuition: $276.00
For more information, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3500, or email askce@triton.edu.
Human Resources
HRM E03 201 (Human Resource) August 18 – October 10
Prepare for success in the SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)CPP Certification Exam with our focused and intensive prep course. Led by an experienced HR professional, this course covers all key areas of the SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge (BoCK) while exploring essential principles and best practices in Human Resource Management. Participants will develop the skills needed to drive organizational success through effective people management and gain the knowledge required to confidently sit for the SHRM Certification Exam.
Tuition: $316*
* = Additional college registration and technology fees may apply.
HRM E04 201 (Recruiter Training) October 13 – December 5
This training program equips participants with the essential skills and strategies needed to succeed in today’s fast-paced talent acquisition landscape. Designed for new and aspiring recruiters, the course covers the full recruitment lifecycle from job analysis and sourcing to candidate evaluation and onboarding. Participants will learn how to leverage technology, apply hiring practices, and build a strong employer brand. Emphasis is placed on managing candidate experiences and navigating remote and hybrid recruitment environments. Upon completion, participants will be prepared to attract, engage, and retain top talent. Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program.
Tuition: $316*
* = Additional college registration and technology fees may apply.
Insurance Prelicensing
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Dohrn Insurance Training, Inc., Illinois's best pre-licensing classroom instruction choice since 1987, has partnered with Triton College's School of Continuing Education to offer you our schedule of Illinois Department of Insurance certified prelicensing courses in the following licensing lines of authority: Life, Health, Property and Casualty. We provide our own insurance textbooks in pdf form, supplemental study guides and Dohrn SimX, our online proprietary prelicensing simulated exam database, which allows our students to enhance learning strengths and target any weakness to overcome them. With unmatched classroom instruction and simulated online exam testing, Dohrn offers you the best of both worlds:
During the daytime class our students receive concise and targeted information and by night they can sharpen their skills online, receiving immediate feedback to eliminate testing and concept weaknesses, by utilizing the Dohrn SimX prelicensing simulated online exam.
Each line of insurance (Life, Accident and Health, Property, Casualty and Personal Lines) requires successfully completing a certified 20-hour prelicensing course, 7.5 hours of which must be obtained through classroom instruction. ALL CLASSES OFFERED ARE LIVE AND AVAILABLE VIA WEBINAR ONLY.
Students will complete their pre-licensing course by first attending a class through Dohrn and then by passing their nonsupervised exam course final which can be done by using Dohrn SimX. Our registration system is designed so that you will be emailed your materials as PDFs on the afternoon prior to your class after 1:00 PM.
Dohrn SimX has short quizzes for specific subject areas and full simulated exams. Successful completion of a full simulated SimX exam earns your completion letter which is immediately sent to your email inbox.
Notice: You will have ONE YEAR to complete your pre-licensing course and have your producer license in hand from the date you attend class.
All instructors meet the requirements as specified under Illinois law.
Pre-Licensing Course Descriptions
All of our courses follow Pearson Vue Illinois State content outlines.
LIFE: encompasses policy types including whole life, term interest sensitive products, combination plans and annuities. Pertinent policy clauses, application and delivery concepts, and relevant retirement and tax concepts are reviewed and explained. A comprehensive review of exam content Illinois state insurance law is included.
ACCIDENT AND HEALTH: reviews policy types including disability income, medical expense (basic plans, HMO, Major Medical and many others), policy clauses, social insurance concepts and applicable field underwriting procedures. A comprehensive review of exam content Illinois state insurance law is included.
PROPERTY: comprehensively reviews both commercial and personal lines including commercial, inland marine, national flood insurance, homeowners insurance and other miscellaneous policies. An easily understandable guide to all basic terminology and pertinent contract clause elements is incorporated. A comprehensive review of exam content Illinois state insurance law is included.
CASUALTY: includes both commercial and personal lines associated with liability insurance such as commercial general liability, commercial and personal auto insurance, workers compensation, crime forms, professional liability, umbrella coverage and the business owner policy. An easily understandable guide to all basic terminology and pertinent contract clause elements is incorporated. A comprehensive review of exam content Illinois state insurance law is included.
To register: Please call the School of Continuing Education at 708-456-0300, Ext. 3500 or email askce@triton.edu
Podcasting - Introduction to Creating Podcasts
COURSE
SOC E56 - Intro to Creating Podcasts
Course Description:
Podcasting is a great way to establish credibility, promote your brand, and ultimately get your message out to the world. The personal and intimate nature of the audio medium allows you to build a strong audience or use as an outlet for creative energy. Led by a podcast pioneer, this course walks you through the necessary steps to build a podcast. Participants will learn how to create their own podcast from scheduling, editing, publishing and marketing. Students will use a hands on approach to create their own podcast by the end of the course.
Tuition: $133* No Textbook Required
* = Additional college registration and technology fees may apply.
Spanish Language Interpretation
The need for Spanish language interpreters is expected to continue to experience growth for the foreseeable future. To meet this growing need Triton College's School of Continuing Education is now offering a Certificate in Spanish Language Interpretation.
IMPORTANT! Students must be completely fluent in BOTH English & AND Spanish to register for this program.
COURSES
Spanish Medical Interpreting I - 2 AEC
General Interpretation for Medical Settings/ Terminology to provide an introduction to general interpretation, guidelines, techniques and practice using Spanish to English and English to Spanish interpretations.
Must be fluent and bilingual in both Spanish and English
Spanish Medical Interpreting II - 2 AEC
General Interpretation for Medical Settings/ Terminology to provide an introduction to general interpretation, guidelines, techniques and practice using Spanish to English and English to Spanish interpretations.
Must be fluent and bilingual in both Spanish and English
Spanish Legal Interpreting I - 2 AEC
General Interpretation for situations where legal interpretation would be required. Includes court proceedings, lawyer and legal conversations, civil and criminal legal proceedings. Provides an introduction to general interpretation, guidelines, techniques and practice using Spanish to English and English to Spanish interpretations.
Must be fluent and bilingual in both Spanish and English
Spanish Legal Interpreting II - 2 AEC
General Interpretation for situations where legal interpretation would be required. Includes court proceedings, lawyer and legal conversations, civil and criminal legal proceedings. Provides an introduction to general interpretation, guidelines, techniques and practice using Spanish to English and English to Spanish interpretations.
Must be fluent and bilingual in both Spanish and English
Tuition: $276 per course
(Additional fees will be applied at the time of registration)

We are an approved educational provider through the International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA). Students must contact the IMIA for educational requirements and criteria.
Wedding/Event Planning

Job Outlook/Salary Expectation
The outlook for Event & Wedding Planners is excellent. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov, employment of Wedding Planners is projected to increase by 20 percent between 2009 and 2016, a rate faster than the national average for all professions.
At the end of this course students will be able to:
- Discuss the History of the Wedding Industry
- Define the Role of the Wedding Planner vs Event Planner
- Identify the correct Business Structure for an Event
- Explain the Various Types of Documentation used in Wedding Planning
- Evaluate Potential Vendors
- Support and Educate the Client
- Differentiate between Traditional and Nontraditional Ceremonies
- Distinguish between Different Bridal Gown and Veil Designs
- Assemble appropriate music selections
- Organize and execute participation in a bridal show
- And Much More!
COURSES
HIA E25 - Wedding/Event Planning
Course Description: Do you have an eye for detail and design? Do you like to organize and plan for parties and events? If so, this is the class for you. A wedding and event planner has a very important role in the planning of a special day. There is much to learn in the way of planning, budgets, working with vendors, contracts, revenue channels, not to mention keeping up with the latest trends in fashion, color choices and even wedding design. This is a course designed for students looking to get started in the glamorous and exciting event and wedding industry. This class covers everything an event and wedding planner needs to know, including contracts, etiquette, flowers, music, day of services, marketing, industry business practices and application. This program will provide students with all of the tools necessary to become a professional event and wedding planner.
Tuition: $900.00 (books included)
Payment plans available for this certificate.
Information Session
- No sessions scheduled at this time
For more information call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3500 or email askCE@triton.edu.
Real Estate Academy
Courses
Home Inspector
Home Inspection - RES E35
Course Description: This course satisfies the 60 clock hours required to be eligible to obtain an Illinois Home Inspector License. It examines the major elements of home inspection. Specific attention will be given to exteriors, interiors, roofing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, structure, and miscellaneous appliances. The Illinois Home Inspector Law/Administrative Rules and Standards of Practice will also be covered.
This program examines the major elements of home inspection. Specific attention will be given to exteriors, interiors, roofing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, structural and miscellaneous appliances. The Illinois Home Inspector Law/Administrative Rules and Standards of Practice also will be covered. Satisfies the educational requirements set forth by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - Division of Professional Regulation.
Spring 2026 Schedule:
RES E35 202 + RES E36 301
February 9, 2026 to April 8, 2026
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Format: In-Person (Subject to Change)
Tuition: $1599.00
(College fees and books are not included)
Real Estate Broker Pre-License
Real Estate Broker Pre-License Course - RES E13
Course Description: Under courses and under real estate broker pre-license, please update the course description to this: This course provides the IDFPR-approved education required to become a licensed Illinois Real Estate Broker. Students complete comprehensive pre-licensing instruction covering real estate principles, law, contracts, finance, and professional practice. The course includes required interactive and situational learning components and is designed to prepare students for success on the Illinois Real Estate Broker Examination. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to sit for the state licensing exam.
Spring 2026 Schedule:
RES E13 301
February 2, 2026 to May 4, 2026
Mondays and Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Format: In Person (Subject to Change)
RES E13 370
February 2, 2026 to May 8, 2026
Format: Online
Tuition: (College fees and books are not included)
In-District: $790.00
Out-of-District: $1,985.00
